Community Day: Ballantine Funfair

The Newark Museum of Art 49 Washington Street, Newark, NJ, United States

Take a step back in time and experience a Vintage Funfair!Take a step back in time and experience a Vintage Funfair. In honor of the re-opening of The Ballantine House, we celebrate like the Ballantines might have. Enjoy carnival games, fun fair foods, art making, special demonstrations, and more!Built in 1885, The Ballantine House reveals…

Event Series Boogie Down Storytime

Boogie Down Storytime

Randall's Island Park Randall's Island Park (Fields 39/40), New York, NY, United States

Boogie Down Storytime is a family-friendly experience that cultivates early literacy awareness through joyful reading experiences. Join us for an interactive story hour that incorporates mindful breathing, which helps build social-emotional skills, along with question and discussion activities that build community. Movement will be inspired by the week’s book selection led by a children’s yoga…

FREE

Free Exhibition Tour | Something Beautiful: Reframing La Colección

El Museo del Barrio 1230 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY, United States

Join El Museo’s Museum Educators on a free gallery tour to explore and discuss the on-view sections of the exhibition, Something Beautiful: Reframing La Colección is El Museo del Barrio’s most ambitious presentation of its unique, complex, and culturally diverse permanent collection in over two decades. Free with Museum admission. Capacity is limited to 25…

free

Preserving Family Photographs @ Main Library

Main Library 125 Morris Turnpike, Newton, NJ, United States

Opalotype, courtesy Vanessa, Armadillo Tintype Since the introduction of photographic portrait studios in 1840, photographs have been among the most treasured of family records.  While most are long-lasting when stored optimally in archives, in the home environment, they are all too often prone to fading and discoloration. In this slide lecture, Gary Saretzky* will provide…

Free

The Dungeon Initiative @ Franklin

Franklin Branch 103 Main Street, Franklin, NJ, United States

The Dungeon Initiative: Dungeons & Dragons Club Do you want to learn how to play Dungeons & Dragons? Join the Dungeon Initiative! Our Saturday afternoon club is intended for youth ages 11-18, with any level of roleplaying experience. All supplies will be provided. Space is limited, so register to reserve your spot in our adventure!…

Free

Young People’s Concert: Time Capsule at the New York Philharmonic

david geffen hall 10 Lincoln Center Plaza, New York City, NY, United States

Take a trip into the YPC vault, exploring past programs led by beloved conductors, including Leonard Bernstein, who popularized this program for generations. Arrive early for YPC Overtures, on the Leon and Norma Hess Grand Promenade and Hearst Tier 1, where children can try out orchestral instruments and families can engage in crafting and interactive…

$22 – $55

Wilderness Survival Skills

Rockefeller State Park Preserve 125 Phelps Way, Pleasantville, NY, United States

Wilderness Survival SkillsEver wondered what you’d do if you became stranded in the woods? Join wilderness educator, Stephen Sciame of Blue Campfire Experiences LLC, on an adventure into the wild and learn how to use natural resources to problem-solve in an emergency situation. Learn about harmful and helpful plants, how to build a shelter, and…

First People: The New Jersey Connection @ Dorothy Henry

Dorothy Henry Branch 66 Route 94, Vernon, NJ, United States

The First People of New Jersey arrived thousands of years before the Colonial Era. These Stone Age migrants first arrived after the last glacial ice age began to recede and, over time, became the Lenape people. Walter Choroszewski shares their story revealed from artifacts discovered at NJ archeological sites, as well as the written record…

Free

Happy Birthday Mickey Mouse @ Sussex-Wantage

Sussex-Wantage Branch 69 Route 639, Wantage, NJ, United States

Mickey Mouse is 95 today! Join us in celebrating Mickey’s birthday with a screening of Fantasia 2000. An extrapolation of Disney’s 1940 blend of classical music and animation includes “The Sorcerer’s Apprentice” from the original and seven new segments accompanied by James Levine and the Chicago Symphony Orchestra. Hosts for the separate pieces include Steve…

Free

Happy Birthday Mickey Mouse! @ Sussex-Wantage

Sussex-Wantage Branch 69 Route 639, Wantage, NJ, United States

Join us in celebrating Mickey Mouse’s birthday! We will be presenting Fantasia 2000 in honor of his special day! Please bring a comfortable towel or blanket to sit on and your favorite beverage; snacks will be provided. This movie is rated G and has a run time of 75 minutes. This movie is open to…

Free
Event Series Fun on the Farm

Fun on the Farm

Randall's Island Park Randall's Island Park (Fields 39/40), New York, NY, United States

Engage in some fun on the Urban Farm every Saturday! Join Randall’s Island staff for seasonal activities inspired by the Farm and natural areas. All ages welcome. Location: Urban Farm For inquiries about accessibility, to request an accommodation or for event information, please email [email protected].

FREE

Family Movies @ Louise Childs

Louise Childs Branch 21 Stanhope Sparta Rd, Stanhope, NJ, United States

Put a marmalade sandwich under your hat and come to the Louise Childs Library on Saturday, November 18th to watch Paddington with the whole family! Popcorn and snacks will be provided (marmalade sandwiches, of course) but feel free to bring your own if you wish. Bring your favorite teddy bear too! Paddington is rated PG…

Free

Free Exhibition Tour | Something Beautiful: Reframing La Colección

El Museo del Barrio 1230 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY, United States

Join El Museo’s Museum Educators on a free gallery tour to explore and discuss the on-view sections of the exhibition, Something Beautiful: Reframing La Colección is El Museo del Barrio’s most ambitious presentation of its unique, complex, and culturally diverse permanent collection in over two decades. Free with Museum admission. Capacity is limited to 25…

free

Holiday Fiber Arts Craft Time @ Dorothy Henry

Dorothy Henry Branch 66 Route 94, Vernon, NJ, United States

Join Miss Savannah on select Wednesday/Saturday afternoons to explore the world of fiber arts! Crafters can bring their ongoing projects or start new ones. A new project every week! Ages 10+. Dates: 11/4: Holiday ornament: Participants will make a felt holiday ornament 11/18: Holiday gift pt. 1: Participants will chose between an embroidered gift, a…

Free

Literature at Play Workshop

Staten Island Children’s Museum 1000 Richmond Terrace, Building M, Staten Island, NY, United States

Step into the enchanting world of stories. Join us for a Literature at Play Workshop, presented by the New York Children’s Theater Company. Designed for children aged 3-8, this immersive experience brings beloved children’s literature to life through theater, music, and movement, sparking their imagination and critical thinking. Included with admission.The Guest Artist Series is…

Event Series Yoga in the Park

Yoga in the Park

Randall's Island Park Randall's Island Park (Fields 39/40), New York, NY, United States

Stretch, breathe, and find your inner peace at our outdoor yoga classes. Free. No registration required. Bring your own mat and water. Location: along the waterfront adjacent to Field 80 For inquiries about accessibility, to request an accommodation or for event information, please email [email protected].

FREE

18th Century Tavern Night

Queens County Farm Museum 73-50 Little Neck Parkway, Floral Park, NY, United States

History comes alive at this authentic 18th-century tavern dinner held in the historic farmhouse at Queens Farm (circa 1772).

Irvington Farmers Market

Main Street School 101 Main Street, Irvington, NY, United States

Enjoy live music, river views and a laid-back setting at this small-town Sunday market showcasing the best of what the Hudson Valley has to offer. In season, there is fresh local produce, seafood and meats, cheese, pickles, prepared foods and baked goods. The market is just a short distance from Washington Irving’s home Sunnyside. Look…

Free
Event Series The New York Metro Reptile Expo

The New York Metro Reptile Expo

Westchester County Center 198 Central Ave, White Plains, NY, United States

Look at what has crawled, slithered or jumped back to the County Center. The New York Metro Reptile Expo is back. Come check out over 250 vendor tables full of reptiles, amphibians, invertebrates, supplies, and more! Location Westchester County Center is located at 198 Central Ave, White Plains, NY 10606. (Directions) Admission Adults $10 (13+),…

Amazing Apes! Animal Mystery Adventures with Dr. Gabby Wild

The Explorers Club 46 E 70th St, New York, NY, United States

For this program in her season-long Animal Mystery Adventure Series, world-renowned veterinarian, star of National Geographic's “Animal Jams”, and youth educator, Dr. Gabby Wild, will present an animal adventure mystery series and STEM principle-based educational program that is all about APES!! Participating children will have the unique opportunity to metaphorically journey across the globe with…

$39.47